Professional Cost Calculator

Professional Cost Calculator - A comprehensive Java application that provides intelligent cost calculation with advanced tax processing, discount management, and detailed financial reporting. Perfect for businesses, e-commerce platforms, and educational institutions requiring sophisticated pricing calculations.

✨ Features

🎯 Core Functionality

Multi-Mode Calculation Engine: Basic, Standard (8% tax), and Advanced (custom tax & discount) calculation modes
Professional Tax Processing: Configurable tax rates with automatic calculation and validation
Dynamic Discount System: Percentage-based discounts with intelligent application logic
Currency Formatting: Professional Pakistani Rupee (PKR) display with locale-specific formatting
Comprehensive Cost Analysis: Detailed breakdown including subtotals, taxes, discounts, and final totals

💼 Professional Features

Input Validation: Robust error handling for all numerical inputs with range validation
Interactive Menu System: User-friendly prompts with multiple calculation mode selection
Professional Reporting: Comprehensive financial reports with invoice-style formatting
Continuous Operation Support: Option to perform consecutive calculations with session management
Detailed Cost Breakdown: Professional itemized reports showing all calculation components

🛡️ Quality Assurance

Exception Handling: Graceful handling of invalid inputs and calculation edge cases
Data Validation: Prevents negative costs, zero quantities, and invalid tax/discount rates
Type Safety: Proper data type usage with decimal precision for financial calculations
Memory Management: Proper resource cleanup and Scanner lifecycle management

🎥 Demo

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              ADVANCED COST CALCULATOR v2.0
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🛒 Professional Cost Calculation System
✨ Features: Tax Calculation | Discounts | Detailed Reports
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📊 Select Calculation Mode:
   1. Basic Calculation (Items + Delivery)
   2. Standard Calculation (with 8% Tax)
   3. Advanced Calculation (Custom Tax & Discount)

Choose mode (1-3): 3

🏷️  Item Name: Premium Laptop
💰 Cost Per Item (Rs.): 150000
📦 Quantity: 2
🚚 Delivery Cost (Rs., 0 for free): 3000
Enter tax rate (0-25%): 8
Enter discount rate (0-50%): 12

💡 Custom calculation completed (8.0% tax, 12.0% discount applied)

✅ Calculation completed successfully!

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               DETAILED COST BREAKDOWN
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Item Name           : Premium Laptop
Cost Per Item       : PKR 150,000.00
Quantity            : 2 items
Items Subtotal      : PKR 300,000.00
Delivery Charges    : PKR 3,000.00
Subtotal            : PKR 303,000.00
Discount (12.0%)    : -PKR 36,360.00
Tax (8.0%)          : PKR 21,331.20
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TOTAL COST          : PKR 287,971.20
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📋 Quick Summary:
   Total Cost: PKR 287,971.20 (Items: 2 × PKR 150,000.00 + Delivery: PKR 3,000.00)

🔄 Would you like to perform another calculation? (y/n): n

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           Thank you for using ADVANCED COST CALCULATOR!
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💝 Have a great day!
🔧 Developed by Muhammad Yamman Hammad

🚀 Installation

Prerequisites

Java Development Kit (JDK): Version 8 or higher
Operating System: Windows, macOS, or Linux
Terminal/Command Prompt: For compilation and execution
Text Editor/IDE: Optional for code modification (IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse, VS Code)

Quick Start

Clone the Repository

git clone https://github.com/yammanhammad/Professional_Cost_Calculator.git
cd Professional_Cost_Calculator

Compile the Program

javac Professional_Cost_Calculator/*.java

Run the Application

java Professional_Cost_Calculator.CostCalculatorApplication

Alternative Installation Methods

Using IDE (IntelliJ IDEA / Eclipse)

Import the project into your IDE
Navigate to CostCalculatorApplication.java
Right-click and select "Run"

Using Build Tools

# Using Maven (if pom.xml is configured)
mvn compile exec:java -Dexec.mainClass="Professional_Cost_Calculator.CostCalculatorApplication"

# Using Gradle (if build.gradle is configured)
gradle run

📖 Usage

Basic Usage

Start the Application

java Professional_Cost_Calculator.CostCalculatorApplication

Select Calculation Mode
- Choose mode 1 for Basic Calculation (no tax)
- Choose mode 2 for Standard Calculation (8% tax)
- Choose mode 3 for Advanced Calculation (custom rates)
Enter Item Details
- Input item name (descriptive identifier)
- Must be a string value
- Example: "Gaming Laptop"
Enter Cost Per Item
- Input individual item price in Pakistani Rupees
- Must be a positive decimal number ≥ 0.01
- Example: 85000.50
Enter Quantity
- Enter number of items to purchase
- Must be a positive integer ≥ 1
- Example: 3
Enter Delivery Cost (Optional)
- Enter delivery charges in Pakistani Rupees
- Press Enter for free delivery (0.00)
- Example: 1500.00
Configure Advanced Options (Mode 3 only)
- Enter custom tax rate (0-25%)
- Enter discount percentage (0-50%)
Review Results
- View comprehensive cost breakdown
- See tax calculations and discount applications
- Review all components and final total
Continue or Exit
- Choose 'y' to perform another calculation
- Choose 'n' to exit the application

Advanced Usage

Custom Tax Configuration

// Advanced calculation with custom tax rates
calculator.calculateAdvancedCost(costPerItem, quantity, deliveryCost, 0.15, 0.0);
// Applies 15% tax rate with no discount

Discount Management

The application supports sophisticated discount processing:

Enter discount rate (0-50%): 20
// Applies 20% discount before tax calculation
// Ensures proper order: subtotal → discount → tax → final total

🔧 Technical Details

System Requirements

Java Version: JDK 8+ (recommended JDK 11 or higher)
Memory: Minimum 128MB RAM
Storage: Less than 5MB disk space
Platform: Cross-platform (Windows, macOS, Linux)

Dependencies

Java Standard Library:
- java.util.Scanner - User input handling and validation
- java.text.NumberFormat - Professional currency formatting
- java.util.Locale - Localization support for Pakistani Rupee
- java.util.InputMismatchException - Input validation and error handling

Performance Characteristics

Time Complexity: O(1) for all cost calculations and validations
Space Complexity: O(1) memory usage independent of input size
Execution Time: < 1ms for typical cost calculations
Memory Footprint: ~20MB during execution with JVM overhead

Configuration Constants

private static final double DEFAULT_TAX_RATE = 0.08;        // 8% default tax rate
private static final double MIN_COST = 0.01;               // Minimum cost validation
private static final int MIN_QUANTITY = 1;                 // Minimum quantity validation
private static final double MAX_DISCOUNT_RATE = 0.5;       // Maximum 50% discount limit

🏗️ Code Structure

Class Architecture

CostCalculatorApplication
├── Constants
│   ├── APP_TITLE
│   ├── VERSION
│   └── input (Scanner)
├── Public Methods
│   └── main()
├── Private Methods
│   ├── displayWelcome()
│   ├── performCostCalculation()
│   ├── getCalculationMode()
│   ├── performBasicCalculation()
│   ├── performAdvancedCalculation()
│   ├── performCustomCalculation()
│   ├── getValidatedIntInput()
│   ├── getValidatedDoubleInput()
│   ├── displayResults()
│   ├── askToContinue()
│   └── displayGoodbye()
└── Main Method
    └── main()

CostCalculationEngine
├── Private Fields
│   ├── itemName, costPerItem, quantity
│   ├── deliveryCost, taxRate, discountRate
│   ├── totalCost, subtotal, taxAmount
│   └── discountAmount
├── Validation Constants
│   ├── DEFAULT_TAX_RATE, MIN_COST
│   ├── MIN_QUANTITY, MAX_DISCOUNT_RATE
│   └── CURRENCY_FORMAT
├── Public Methods
│   ├── calculateCost() (overloaded)
│   ├── calculateAdvancedCost()
│   ├── generateDetailedReport()
│   ├── generateSummary()
│   ├── setItemDetails()
│   └── getter/setter methods
└── Private Methods
    ├── performCalculation()
    └── validation methods

Method Breakdown

`calculateAdvancedCost(double, int, double, double, double)`

Purpose: Comprehensive cost calculation with tax and discount processing
Parameters: Cost per item, quantity, delivery cost, tax rate, discount rate
Validation: Range checking for all parameters with custom exception messages
Output: Updates all internal calculation fields and prepares detailed reporting

`generateDetailedReport()`

Purpose: Creates professional invoice-style cost breakdown report
Features: Currency formatting, conditional section display, professional layout
Layout: Header, itemized costs, tax/discount details, formatted total

`getValidatedDoubleInput(Scanner, String, double, double)`

Purpose: Robust input validation for decimal numbers with range checking
Error Handling: InputMismatchException handling with clear user feedback
User Experience: Automatic retry on invalid input with helpful error messages

`performCalculation()`

Purpose: Core calculation engine that processes all cost components
Features: Proper calculation order (subtotal → discount → tax → total)
Validation: Ensures mathematical accuracy and prevents calculation errors

Package Structure

Professional_Cost_Calculator/
├── CostCalculatorApplication.java
├── CostCalculationEngine.java
├── README.md
└── [Future additions]
    ├── TaxCalculationEngine.java
    ├── ReportGenerator.java
    └── CurrencyConverter.java

💡 Examples

Example 1: Basic Business Purchase

Calculation Mode: 1 (Basic)
Item Name: Office Chairs
Cost Per Item: Rs. 12,000
Quantity: 10
Delivery Cost: Rs. 2,000

Result:
- Items Subtotal: PKR 120,000.00
- Delivery Charges: PKR 2,000.00
- Total Cost: PKR 122,000.00
- Tax Applied: None (Basic Mode)

Example 2: Standard Retail Transaction

Calculation Mode: 2 (Standard)
Item Name: Smartphones
Cost Per Item: Rs. 75,000
Quantity: 3
Delivery Cost: Rs. 500

Result:
- Items Subtotal: PKR 225,000.00
- Delivery Charges: PKR 500.00
- Subtotal: PKR 225,500.00
- Tax (8.0%): PKR 18,040.00
- Total Cost: PKR 243,540.00

Example 3: Advanced E-commerce Order

Calculation Mode: 3 (Advanced)
Item Name: Gaming Setup
Cost Per Item: Rs. 200,000
Quantity: 1
Delivery Cost: Rs. 5,000
Tax Rate: 10%
Discount Rate: 15%

Result:
- Items Subtotal: PKR 200,000.00
- Delivery Charges: PKR 5,000.00
- Subtotal: PKR 205,000.00
- Discount (15.0%): -PKR 30,750.00
- Tax (10.0%): PKR 17,425.00
- Total Cost: PKR 191,675.00

⚠️ Error Handling

Input Validation Errors

// Negative cost input
Error: Cost per item must be at least PKR 0.01

// Invalid quantity
Error: Quantity must be at least 1

// Excessive discount input
Error: Discount rate must be between 0 and 50%

Exception Management

InputMismatchException: Handles non-numeric input with automatic retry mechanism
IllegalArgumentException: Manages range validation errors with specific error messages
General Exception: Catches unexpected errors with user-friendly messages and guidance

Recovery Mechanisms

Input Retry: Allows users to re-enter invalid data without restarting
Default Values: Provides sensible defaults for optional inputs (free delivery)
Graceful Exit: Proper resource cleanup and Scanner closure on application termination

🤝 Contributing

We welcome contributions to improve the Professional Cost Calculator! Here's how you can help:

How to Contribute

Fork the Repository

git fork https://github.com/yammanhammad/Professional_Cost_Calculator.git

Create a Feature Branch
```
git checkout -b feature/amazing-feature
```
Make Your Changes
- Follow Java coding conventions
- Add appropriate comments and documentation
- Ensure backward compatibility

Test Your Changes

javac Professional_Cost_Calculator/*.java
java Professional_Cost_Calculator.CostCalculatorApplication

Submit a Pull Request
- Provide clear description of changes
- Include test cases if applicable
- Reference any related issues

Contribution Guidelines

Code Style

Follow Oracle Java coding conventions
Use meaningful variable and method names
Include JavaDoc comments for public methods
Maintain consistent indentation (4 spaces)

Feature Requests

Multi-Currency Support: Add support for USD, EUR, and other major currencies
Database Integration: Store calculation history and customer information
Bulk Processing: Calculate costs for multiple items simultaneously
Export Functionality: Generate PDF and CSV reports for calculations
Web Interface: Create REST API for web-based cost calculation services

Bug Reports

Please include:

Java version and operating system
Input values that caused the issue
Expected vs. actual behavior
Stack trace if applicable

📄 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

MIT License

Copyright (c) 2025 Muhammad Yamman Hammad

Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy
of this software and associated documentation files (the "Software"), to deal
in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the rights
to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell
copies of the Software, and to permit persons to whom the Software is
furnished to do so, subject to the following conditions:

The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in all
copies or substantial portions of the Software.

👨‍💻 Author

Muhammad Yamman Hammad

About the Developer

Passionate Java developer with expertise in:

Object-Oriented Programming and Design Patterns
Financial Software Development and Calculation Engines
User Interface Design and Input Validation
Professional Application Architecture and Code Quality

📈 Changelog

Version 2.0 (Current)

✅ Complete rewrite with professional-grade architecture and design patterns
✅ Advanced tax calculation engine with configurable rates and validation
✅ Sophisticated discount processing system with percentage-based calculations
✅ Professional currency formatting with Pakistani Rupee localization support
✅ Comprehensive input validation framework with range checking and error handling
✅ Interactive menu system with multiple calculation modes and user guidance
✅ Detailed financial reporting with invoice-style formatting and breakdown
✅ Robust exception handling with graceful recovery and user-friendly messages

Version 1.0 (Legacy)

✅ Basic cost calculation functionality with simple arithmetic operations
✅ Elementary user input handling with minimal validation
✅ Simple console output with basic formatting

Future Versions (Roadmap)

Version 2.5 (Planned)

Multi-currency support with real-time exchange rate integration
Database connectivity for calculation history and customer management
Enhanced reporting with PDF and Excel export capabilities
Bulk calculation processing for multiple items and customers

Version 3.0 (Long-term)

Web-based interface with REST API for remote access
Mobile application development for iOS and Android platforms
Machine learning integration for price prediction and optimization
Enterprise features including user management and role-based access control

📊 Project Statistics

Lines of Code: ~800
Methods: 25
Classes: 2
Input Validation Rules: 12
Calculation Modes: 3
Documentation Coverage: Complete JavaDoc coverage
Code Quality: Enterprise-grade standards

🎯 Learning Outcomes

This project demonstrates:

Advanced Object-Oriented Programming: Proper encapsulation, inheritance principles, and method overloading
Financial Software Development: Professional-grade calculation engines with tax and discount processing
Input Validation and Error Handling: Comprehensive validation framework with exception management
User Interface Design: Interactive menu systems with professional user experience design
Currency and Localization: Professional formatting with locale-specific currency display
Software Architecture: Clean code principles with separation of concerns and maintainable design

⭐ If you find this project helpful, please consider giving it a star!

🐛 Found a bug or have a suggestion? Please open an issue!

🤝 Want to contribute? Pull requests are welcome!

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